<a target="_blank" href="http://www.lasubida.it/lasubida/en/location.php">Trattoria ‘Al Cacciatore’ – La Subida</a>

Via Subida, 52

34071 Cormòns, Italy

Tel. +39 0481 60531

info@lasubida.it

Wine:

2005
&nbsp;&nbsp; Edi Kante Chardonnay Selezione La Bora
di Kante&nbsp;&nbsp; 92+<img alt="" src="https://allgrapes.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads%2F1377200134546-SubidaWine.jpg"> 

Food:

Il
Prosciutto dei D’Osvaldo<img alt="" src="https://allgrapes.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads%2F1377200145235-Subida1.jpg"> 

Tortelli
filled with squash blossoms and porcini mushrooms; red pepper sauce<img alt="" src="https://allgrapes.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads%2F1377200157361-Subida2andCover.jpg"> 

Whole
wheat vermicelli; summer herbs, Gulf of Trieste anchovies<img alt="" src="https://allgrapes.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads%2F1377200232167-Subida2.jpg"> 

Rabbit
loin; aromatic herbs, roasted potatoes<img alt="" src="https://allgrapes.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads%2F1377200248390-Subida4.jpg"> 

La
Subida is one of ‘my don’t’ miss spots in Northern Italy. Located in the hills
of Cormòns, in the heart of the Friulian Collio, La Subida captures so much of
what makes the Collio such an interesting and intriguing region. The
intersection of Austro-Hungarian, Slovenian and Italian cultures provides the
inspiration for a rustic country setting where guests will find the essence of
the Friulian table.

Josko
and Loredana Sirk’s seasonal menu focuses on the very best local ingredients,
prepared simply and with great care. The wine list features the wines of Josko
Sirk’s winemaker friends. Selections from Borgo del Tiglio, Edi Kante, La
Castellada and Josko Gravner are among the many highlights.

Lunch
starts with frico, a deliciously salty, crispy Montasio wafer that begs for a
great glass of wine. Edi Kante’s 2005
Chardonnay Selezione La Bora di Kante is stellar. Relatively rich and
textured in style for Kante, the 2005 wraps around the palate with gorgeous
depth and pliancy. The 2005 is a little more voluptuous and less energetic than
the 2001 was at a similar stage, but it is nevertheless a more than worthy
follow up to that superb wine. As always, Kante’s Chardonnay is first and
foremost a wine of the Carso. The 2005 is quite young and its best days are
still ahead, something I have learned over many years of tasting aged whites
from this reference-point winery.

The
D’Osvaldo family has been making their famous, lightly smoked prosciutto in
Cormòns for several generations. I rarely miss a chance to order this delicate,
flavorful ham, as it is truly special, particularly in our fast-paced world
where artisan traditions are increasingly at risk of being forgotten. A
fabulous pasta course, the tortelli filled with squash blossoms and porcini
mushrooms are sublime. It is a perfect dish where all the elements come
together with impeccable grace. The whole-wheat vermicelli with anchovies is
much richer, with intense flavors and textures that could easily handle a wide
range of red wines. La Subida’s rabbit loin with aromatic herbs and roasted
potato turns out to be an excellent and delicious choice for a very warm summer
day. The desserts are excellent at La Subida, but the pre-dessert and cookies
served with coffee are more than enough for me.

Readers
visiting Friuli should make a point of enjoying a meal or two at La Subida. In
the warmer months the outdoor seating adds to the country ambience, while the
colder months are perfect for indulging in some of the richer dishes La Subida
is famous for, especially the braised pork shank.

--
Antonio Galloni

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